Job summary
This post is a Fixed Term/ Secondment for 12 months until 30.04.2027 to meet the needs of the service. If you are a Hywel Dda University Health Board employee and are applying for this post as a secondment, agreement for the secondment is needed from your current manager prior to application.
Radiology is pursing the appointment of a dynamic and motivated individual to the position of Site Lead Superintendent Radiographer, due to a retirement within the department. The successful candidate will demonstrate substantial experience in supervising and leading radiology teams, as well as proven competence in the operational management of a radiology department. A strong commitment to working in alignment with, and actively promoting, our Health Board Values and Behaviours Framework is essential.The department operates on a 24-hour basis, and has recently benefitted from significant Welsh Government funding, enabling the replacement of key imaging modalities with the latest available technologies.
The post holder will work collaboratively with the Head and Deputy Head of Radiology, alongside fellow Site Lead Superintendent colleagues across Hywel Dda, as part of the Directorate Management Team. They will contribute to shaping the strategic vision and direction of the service within the Health Board. In addition to overseeing the day-to-day operational management of the department, the role carries defined strategic and budgetary responsibilities.
Main duties of the job
This position requires you to be an experienced, state-registered Radiographer with responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of a comprehensive, efficient, and cost-effective radiology service at Bronglais General Hospital. In this role, you will support the Deputy and Head of Radiology, as well as the Clinical Director, in the management and organisation of the clinical radiology service. You will also assist the Deputy Head of Radiology in ensuring that robust guidelines and protocols are established and maintained, enabling the consistent delivery of recognised best practice across the Health Board.
The position requires you to provide professional leadership for the clinical development of radiographic staff and work collaboratively with Lead Superintendents across other sites to contribute to the development of Directorate and Health Board policies and procedures. In addition, you will ensure that an effective quality assurance programme is in place in accordance with the Ionising Radiation Regulations (2017), and you will act as Radiation Protection Supervisor to support compliance with both the Ionising Radiation Regulations (2017) and the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (2017).
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description
Job responsibilities
The position requires you to be the radiographic lead for the base general hospital and associated community hospitals, offering clinical, professional, and technical leadership to radiographic staff. To fulfil this responsibility, you will maintain an up-to-date and relevant knowledge base, ensuring high standards of practice across the service.
The post is supported by modality leads in each specialised imaging area.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 28.04.2026
Job description
Job responsibilities
The position requires you to be the radiographic lead for the base general hospital and associated community hospitals, offering clinical, professional, and technical leadership to radiographic staff. To fulfil this responsibility, you will maintain an up-to-date and relevant knowledge base, ensuring high standards of practice across the service.
The post is supported by modality leads in each specialised imaging area.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 28.04.2026
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- DCR(R) or BSc in Radiographic Imaging and registered with the Health Professions Council
- Knowledge of staff and financial management.
- Post graduate qualification - Masters Level qualification or equivalent experience.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post-qualification experience including leadership and managerial experience
- Use of PACS, RIS and CR Systems at key user level
- Continuous professional development
- Evidence of clinical competency
- Working knowledge of IRMER and Ionising Radiations Regulations
Language Skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- DCR(R) or BSc in Radiographic Imaging and registered with the Health Professions Council
- Knowledge of staff and financial management.
- Post graduate qualification - Masters Level qualification or equivalent experience.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post-qualification experience including leadership and managerial experience
- Use of PACS, RIS and CR Systems at key user level
- Continuous professional development
- Evidence of clinical competency
- Working knowledge of IRMER and Ionising Radiations Regulations
Language Skills
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
